Key Scripture
Luke (Luqa) 15:8-10 "Or what woman, having ten silver coins, if she loses one coin, does not light a lamp, sweep the house, and search carefully until she finds it? And when she has found it, she calls her friends and neighbors together, saying, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found the coin which I lost!’ Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the messengers of Elohim over one sinner who repents."
Devotional Story
In the book of Luke (Luqa), Yahshua, our Messiah, shared a poignant parable that reveals the very heart of Yahweh toward humanity. He spoke of a woman who possessed ten silver coins, likely drachmas, which held significant value, perhaps even representing her dowry or a substantial portion of her savings. When one coin was lost, she did not simply shrug it off. With diligent effort, she lit a lamp to pierce the darkness, swept every corner of her home, and meticulously searched until that precious coin was recovered. Her immediate response was not relief alone, but overflowing simchah (joy), which she eagerly shared with her friends and neighbors.
Yahshua then drew the profound parallel: just as the woman rejoiced over her single found coin, so too is there immense simchah in the presence of the messengers of Elohim over one sinner who turns from their ways and repents. This parable highlights the immeasurable value Yahweh places on each individual soul. No matter how many souls may seem to be within His fold, the loss of even one is felt, and its recovery brings forth heavenly celebration.
Hebrew Word Study
The concept of "lost" in this parable can be connected to the Hebrew word **אבד** (abad). In Ktiv Maleh, it is written as אבד. Its Paleo-Hebrew form is *𐤀𐤁𐤃*.
* **𐤀** (Aleph): Represents an ox head, signifying strength, a leader, or a first cause.
* **𐤁** (Bet): Represents a tent or house, symbolizing family, dwelling, or a home.
* **𐤃** (Dalet): Represents a door, signifying a pathway, movement, or an entrance.
When combined, **אבד** (abad) paints a picture of being cut off, separated, or perishing from its rightful place within the house or family. It conveys the idea of something that was once part of a whole, but is now absent, gone, or no longer accessible. In the parable, the coin was not destroyed, but it was *lost* – separated from its owner and its purpose, needing to be found and restored.
Deeper Significance
This parable powerfully illustrates the relentless love and profound pursuit of Yahweh for every individual. It underscores that we are not merely numbers in a vast creation, but each one precious and deeply valued in His sight. The woman’s diligent search mirrors Yahweh’s active seeking of those who are estranged from Him. The great simchah (joy) upon finding the lost coin is a reflection of the celebration in the spiritual realm when a soul repents and returns to its Creator. This truth reminds us that our return to Yahweh is not met with indifference, but with an overwhelming outpouring of divine joy.
Call to Action
Reflect today on the extraordinary value Yahweh places on you. If you feel lost or distant, know that Yahweh is diligently seeking you, and your repentance brings profound joy to the heavens. Turn to Him today, for His arms are open wide, and His simchah (joy) awaits.
© The Messenger Daily
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